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In Wake Of Fiance's Sudden Death, $13K Raised For CT Mom, 2 Young Children
A Connecticut family is reeling after the sudden loss of a devoted father and fiancé, leaving a young mother to raise two small children on her own.
Jon “Jonny” Sansabrino, 35, of Rocky Hill, died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, Jan. 21, according to family and friends. He leaves behind his fiancée, Schantal Thielke, and their young children, 6-year-old Chloe and 3-year-old Leo.
A GoFundMe launched by coworkers describes the impact in plain terms. “Schantal is a young mother who has just suffered an unimaginable loss,” organizer Jeannine Audia wrote. “... With his unexpected passing…
Beloved CT Firefighter Remembered For His Big Heart, Quiet Heroism: 'He Was Always There'
Standing 6-foot-5, Hunter Pivec Quinn towered over most people, but he had no problem kneeling to meet someone eye to eye to lend a helping hand, loved ones said.
The 31-year-old Bethel volunteer firefighter died on Jan. 17, and since then, tributes and memorials have poured in, highlighting Quinn's compassion, talents, and brave spirit. His loved ones did not release a cause of death.
"Hunter was an amazing son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson, friend, and boyfriend," his family wrote in his obituary. "He had a huge heart and loved his family dearly. Hunter poured his heart and soul…
Produce Pete Dies, 80
Peter Napolitano, better known to viewers as his TV persona “Produce Pete,” has died, Channel 4 NBC New York announced Monday, Jan. 26. He was 80.
The Englewood, NJ native was a fixture on the Saturday editions of "Weekend Today in New York," where he often spoke about growing up in Bergen County and working at his family’s neighborhood market, Napolitano’s Produce.
Pete married his wife, Bette, whom he met when he was just 16 years old, and took over the market in 1970. The store closed in 2006 after 53 years in business. Bette, along with the couple’s children and grandchildren, frequentl…
A Beautiful Soul’: CT Twin Mourns 19-Year-Old Sister After Sudden Death
A Connecticut teenager who died unexpectedly earlier this month had a "beautiful soul, feisty spirit, and infectious smile that could light up any room," her family said. She is being remembered by loved ones as creative, close-knit, and deeply devoted to her family.
Christina Goraieb, a 19-year-old of East Haven, died at her home on Jan. 12, according to her obituary. No cause of death was listed.
"She had a creative heart and found joy in arts and crafts, DIY projects, and painting. She was proudly learning how to drive and cherished simple pleasures like going shopping, especially when i…
CT Urologist Gerard Pregenzer Dies Suddenly At Hospital
A 47-year-old Connecticut urologist with New Jersey roots who died suddenly earlier this month is being remembered for his enthusiasm, compassion, and boundless capabilities.
Dr. Gerard Pregenzer died at Hartford Hospital on Wednesday, Jan. 14, after suffering cardiac arrest. The New Jersey native leaves behind his wife, Tania Papayannopoulou-Pregenzer, and their two young sons, Dino and Mario, ages 9 and 10.
Pregenzer's obituary on the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home website says he was born to Gerard J. Pregenzer, Sr., M.D., and Linda (Colucio) Pregenzer in Ridgewood, NJ, a…
Fashion Legend Valentino Dies: Designer To Royalty, Hollywood Stars
Legendary Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has died.
His death at age 93, on Monday, Jan. 19, came at his home in Rome, his foundation announced, calling him a "true source of light, creativity and vision" and a "constant guide and inspiration."
The couturier known simply as "Valentino" defined luxury fashion for six decades, creating timeless glamour that dressed royalty, Hollywood stars, and socialites worldwide. He died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, according to his foundation.
Valentino founded his namesake fashion house in 1959, launching with his debut collection fe…
Beloved Actor John Cunningham Dies: Known For ‘Dead Poets Society,’ ‘1776,’ 'Mystic Pizza'
Actor John Cunningham, celebrated for his roles in films like “Dead Poets Society,” “Mystic Pizza,” and “School Ties,” as well as numerous original Broadway productions including “Cabaret” and “1776,” has died.
His death at age 93 came in New York earlier this month at his Victorian home in Westchester County beside the 11th hole at the Rye Golf Club where he lived since 1969, according to Graham Funeral Home in Rye.
Deadline reported that Cunningham was a prolific Broadway actor who appeared in acclaimed original stagings of “Cabaret,” “Company,” “Six Degrees of Separation,” and “The…
